Thursday 17 September 2009

DAY 83
Three students worked together washing and waxing Mr. Brown's car. Austin did 1/5 of the job, Beverly did 1/3 of the job, and Caroline's share of the money was $28. How much did it cost Mr. Brown to have his car washed and waxed?

Answer:

$60................Austin and Beverly did 8/15 of the job, so 7/15 X = $28

DAY 84
Two candles are lit at the same time. One is 12 inches tall and burns 1/2 inch per hour. The other is 6 inches tall and burns 1/4 inch per hour. Which candle will burn down first?

Answer:

They will burn down at the same time---in 24 hours.

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